Notables: 2A State Semifinals
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On Wednesday, the FHSAA state tournament got underway with six semifinal tilts. The first two of the day were in Class 2A. Here are the results. Impact Christian 69, Southwest Florida Christian 54 Orlando Christian Prep 71, Grandview Prep 32 Here…
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Continue ReadingOn Wednesday, the FHSAA state tournament got underway with six semifinal tilts.
The first two of the day were in Class 2A. Here are the results.
Impact Christian 69, Southwest Florida Christian 54
Orlando Christian Prep 71, Grandview Prep 32
Here are the notable standouts.
AJ Brown AJ Brown 6'4" | CG Orlando Christian Prep | 2022 State #190 Nation FL – 6-4 – Orlando Christian Prep
What an afternoon for AJ Brown AJ Brown 6'4" | CG Orlando Christian Prep | 2022 State #190 Nation FL . The 2022 6-4 guard continues to put up big numbers. He dropped 29 points, seven rebounds while shooting 11-of-15 from the field. A versatile athlete, he controls the floor, hits jumpers with ease and can get to the rack often. Brown is just hitting the peak of his ability. He made it happen all game long against Grandview Prep.
Calvin Johnson Calvin Johnson 6'5" | CG Impact Christian | 2021 State FL – 6-4 Impact Christian
You couldn’t ask for a better performance from 2021 guard Calvin Johnson Calvin Johnson 6'5" | CG Impact Christian | 2021 State FL . The long bodied senior was locked in from the jump, finishing with a game-best 21 points on 10-of-11 shooting from the field. He hit huge jumpers in the second half and put the game on ice with a pair of two-handed slams. Impact Christian is back in the state championship for the third time in four years. Johnson is a highly underrated unsigned senior who gets the job done every time I see him suit up as a core slasher and scorer.
Ven-Allen Lubin Ven-Allen Lubin 6'7" | PF Orlando Christian Prep | 2022 State #144 Nation FL & Josh Blazquez – Orlando Christian Prep
Orlando Christian Prep has so many pieces in place. It is a true pick your poison. 2022 6-7 forward Ven-Allen Lubin Ven-Allen Lubin 6'7" | PF Orlando Christian Prep | 2022 State #144 Nation FL recorded 13 points and seven rebounds as he did his usual attacking at the rim and cleaning up misses. He is difficult to contain. 2021 5-10 guard Joshua Blazquez Joshua Blazquez 6'0" | CG Osceola | 2021 State FL put down 10 points as he continues to be a playmaker. He is a crafty passer and an effective inside scorer.
Ivan Lawson Ivan Lawson 6'6" | CG Impact Christain Academy | 2021 State FL – 6-5 – Impact Christian
A hot start from 2021 guard/forward Ivan Lawson Ivan Lawson 6'6" | CG Impact Christain Academy | 2021 State FL picked up the energy for state regular Impact Christian. Lawson netted 10 of his 15 points in the opening quarter alone and couldn’t be slowed down at the point of attack. He has such a nice mix of speed and power and it flashed in this one. Look for him to make his next stop in the college ranks a good one. He’s still unsigned but is gaining traction with a recent offer from Division II Miles College.
Makye Boles Makye Boles 6'5" | PF Grandview Prep | 2021 State FL – 6-5 – Grandview Prep
The first half was rock solid for Makye Boles Makye Boles 6'5" | PF Grandview Prep | 2021 State FL . The 6-5 Grandview Prep guard did everything he could for his smaller framed squad against Orlando Christian Prep. Tacking on 14 points, Boles proved he is a tough nosed kid. He can shoot it and isn’t afraid to back down defenders. A college program would be lucky to have him.
Yadniel Sanabria Colon – 6-0 – Southwest Florida Christian
Only a sophomore, 2023 guard Yadniel Sanabria Colon has impressed as of late. With 13 points, it wasn’t an over-dominating performance but he made his presence felt with a variety of crafty finishes. His push and feel for the game is always on display. Sanabria Colon is a bursty player who will have a chance to continue his progression next season for a fun Southwest Florida Christian squad.
Jay White Jay White 6'1" | PG Southwest Florida Christian | 2022 State FL – 6-1 – Southwest Florida Christian
The heart and soul of this backcourt, early foul trouble left 2022 guard Jay White Jay White 6'1" | PG Southwest Florida Christian | 2022 State FL out of his comfort zone. Regardless, the hard-working point man still managed nine points in the outing and had some huge finishes in the third quarter to put his side ahead for a short period of time. White is a vision passer and a player who can’t be taken for granted ever. He makes everyone around him better.